Book of the Week: Alternate Side
Anna Quindlen
“With her signature wisdom and wit, Quindlen takes readers on a romp through a New York City zipcode many would kill to call home. When an act of violence rocks this tight-knit neighborhood, fault lines spread through friendships, marriages and brownstones. The takeaway? Be careful what you wish for–and all is not what it seems behind those warmly lit windows. Quindlen proves once again she’s the doyenne of hyper-local drama, this time with a dark and dangerous eye.”–People
Every Note Played
Lisa Genova
“In this gripping novel, a pianist receives the devastating news that he has ALS, and the resentful ex-wife he betrayed takes on the role of caring for him as his strength ebbs. Unsparing in her depiction of the disease’s harrowing effects, neuroscientist Genova (Still Alice) also celebrates the humanity and the rewards of asking for, and offering forgiveness.”–People
The Gunners
Rebecca Kauffman
“After Sally Forrest falls to her death from the tallest bridge in Buffalo, her five closest childhood friends gather to grapple with the question that has plagued them for more than a decade. Why did Sally abruptly cut them off in high school? A riveting portrayal of the joys and mysteries of growing up, and of friendship itself.”–People
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